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Olders (A Group) – Ages 12–15
Youngers (B Group) – Ages 10–11
Youngers (C Group) – Ages 8–9
PROGRAM DATES
ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Eligibility:
1. Returning Junior Guard from the Summer 2014 program.
2. Newcomer who has passed the required swim test.
Orientation:
When?
The first Monday of each 3-week session. Morning
session orientation starts at 9:00am. Afternoon
session orientation starts at 1:00pm.
Session 2: July 13–July 30
Where? The entrance to Heisler Park, south of the Lawn
Morning
#32641 MTuW 9:00–12:00 noon
Bowling Club; off Cliff Drive between Jasmine and
Th
9:00–4:00pm
Myrtle.
Afternoon
#32642MTuW 1:00–4:00pm
Th
9:00–4:00pm What? A completed 2015 Junior Guard Authorization
Morning & afternoon sessions are combined on Thursdays.
JUNIOR GUARD SWIM TEST INFO
All newcomers must pass a required swim test on one
of the following dates. Alternate dates are not offered.
Prospective newcomers who miss swim test dates will not
be able to enroll. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
Swim test dates:
Fri
6:00–7:30pm
Sat
1:00–3:00pm
2/27, 3/13, 3/27, 4/24, 5/8,
5/29, 6/12, 6/26, 7/10
3/14, 3/28, 4/25, 5/9, 5/30,
6/13, 6/27, 7/11
Location:
Laguna Beach High School & Community Pool, 670 Park
Ave, Laguna Beach. No appointment necessary.
Swim Test Requirements:
Youngers (ages 8–11): Ability to swim 100-yards (4 pool
lengths) in 2 minutes, 20 seconds.
Olders (ages 12–15): Ability to swim 100-yards (4 pool
lengths) in 1 minute, 50 seconds.
PICNICS, FIELD TRIPS, COMPETITION
Picnics:
Last Thursday of each session.
Field Trip:
Flyers with detailed information will be
given out prior to field trips or check
www.lagunabeachcity.net/cityhall/marine
Youngers (8–11): TBA
Olders (12–15): Catalina
Competitions:
Small competitions will be held
throughout the sessions; Ironchild
competition is held on the last day of
each session.
LAGUNA BEACH COMMUNITY SERVICES | SPRING 2015
Card must be turned in which will be mailed out
prior to orientation. Uniforms will be distributed
and the JG group photo will be taken at Main
Beach depending on time & weather.
Make every effort to attend the first day. Parents or guardians
must attend. The entrance to Heisler Park—just south of the
lawn bowling club—will be the regular drop-off and pick-up
point, except on field trip days.
REGISTRATION
Open on a space-available basis. Fees include shorts,
T-shirt, rash guard, sweatshirt, towel, group photo, USLA
membership, picnic and field trip.
Sessions 1 & 2:
LB residents* early bird fee from Mar 2–Apr 3 at 5pm
Resident & non-resident registration fee after Apr 3 at 5pm
$265
$290
*A resident is defined as those who live within the boundaries of the
Laguna Beach Unified School District or attend school in Laguna Beach.
UNIFORM & GEAR
Junior Guards must report in uniform each day and bring
the following:
- Swimming fins (duck feet preferred)
- Hat
- Backpack that holds all gear
- Sunscreen
- Lunch on most Thursdays
- Sandals
- Water- Towel
- No jewelry allowed, except a watch
- Girls wear a navy blue one-piece swimsuit
Please mark all personal belongings with permanent ink.
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JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS
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Junior Guards are separated by ability and age.
Junior Lifeguards who are returning from the Summer 2014
program are eligible to register while newcomers must pass a
required swim test. See more info on the swim test below.
TWO 3-WEEK SESSIONS
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WHO CAN REGISTER?
Session 1: June 22–July 9
Morning
#32639 MTuW 9:00–12:00 noon
Th
9:00–4:00pm
Afternoon
#32640MTuW 1:00–4:00pm
Th
9:00–4:00pm
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The Junior Lifeguard program provides beach and water safety
instruction for boys and girls, ages 8–15. The program offers
education in ocean safety, rescue techniques, beach activities,
physical fitness and marine safety operations in an environment
that emphasizes courtesy, respect, and good sportsmanship.
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TAUGHT BY THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH MARINE SAFETY STAFF
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LAGUNA BEACH JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS, SUMMER 2015